SEXUAL HARASSMENT

The Sex Discrimination Act 1975 effectively defines sexual harassment at work as conduct which is offensive, unwelcome and unreasonable which results in a humiliating, hostile or intimidating environment and may include;

• suggestive remarks or gestures
• requests for sexual favours
• insensitive jokes
• innuendoes
• lewd comments
• forwarding inappropriate emails
• accessing pornographic websites
• unwelcome advances
• threats of, or actual, sexual violence
• fondling or touching
• pestering for attention
• displays of unacceptable material including pin-up calendars or graffiti

Just one serious instance of this behaviour may be enough to justify an award of compensation by the Employment Tribunal which can award an amount for aggravated damages if the behaviour has been particularly offensive. There is no limit to the amount of compensation that can be awarded and there is no minimum period of employment necessary to qualify for an award.

We represent a national network of solicitors who specialise in claims arising as a result of employment disputes. Our solicitors act on behalf of clients in claims under The Sex Discrimination Act 1975 using the no win no fee scheme which means that if your solicitor does not succeed in obtaining compensation on your behalf then he will not get paid. Our solicitors deal exclusively with employment matters and are specialists in their field.

Applications for compensation for sexual harassment at work are made to the Employment Tribunal which can award compensation. Tribunals can award an amount for aggravated damages if the behaviour has been particularly offensive. There is no limit to the amount of compensation that can be awarded in discrimination cases which can result in substantial damages being awarded.

Our solicitors deal exclusively in employment matters and are able to pursue or negotiate claims and can provide representation anywhere in the United Kingdom. If you would like to talk confidentially to an experienced solicitor just complete and send the contact form.